Live the Dream to be a Barefoot Bookseller in the Maldives
Soneva Jani is looking for its next Barefoot Bookseller, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Maldivian candidates. The famous ‘Barefoot Bookseller’ position has received huge international media attention as one of the world’s most desirable jobs. This time, the job opportunity is available for Maldivians. Soneva Jani says the successful candidate will have a good knowledge of […]
Amila Jeewantha Handunwala Appointed General Manager at Raffles Maldives Meradhoo
Raffles Maldives Meradhoo has appointed Amila Jeewantha Handunwala as the resort’s new general manager. With over twenty-five years of experience in the luxury hospitality sector, his expertise will play a significant role in elevating the renowned twin-island hideaway to new heights. Possessing an extensive background with esteemed hospitality brands, Amila has previously lead hotel operations, […]
Hospitality Appointments of the Week
Featured Image: Ahmed Aneel Adam, Director of Reserve, Ozen Reserve Bolifushi There have been exciting new movements in the Maldives hotel industry. This June sees the following appointments. Ozen Reserve Bolifushi has welcomed Ahmed Aneel Adam as the newly appointed director of Reserve. As director, Aneel will be responsible for managing overall operations relating to […]
Hotelier Maldives GM Forum 2021 Now Open for Sponsorships
The fifth edition of the Hotelier Maldives GM Forum is now open for sponsorship. Scheduled to take place on 23rd September 2021 at Crossroads Maldives, the event will feature keynote speeches, presentations and panel discussions on a range of topics including hotel technology, market forecasts and human resources management. Maldives minister of tourism Dr Abdulla Mausoom […]
Scholarships Announced for Maldivians by the Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM)
The Asian Institute of Hospitality Management (AIHM) has announced two scholarships for Maldivians, in loving memory of the late Maldivan entrepreneur Dr Ibrahim Umaru Maniku. AIHM was co-founded by Minor Hotels and Les Roches, a global leader in education, providing a world-class learning experience for future leaders in hospitality, tourism and entrepreneurship. According to Chairman […]
Nicolas Khairallah Appointed General Manager at Gili Lankanfushi
Gili Lankanfushi has announced Nicolas Khairallah as the resort’s new General Manager. He was promoted from his previous position as Resort Manager at Gili Lankanfushi and brings in 15 years of experience in luxury hospitality spanning five countries and three different continents. After completing a post-graduate diploma in Hotel Management at the Swiss Hotel Management […]
Hard Rock International Announces Lionel Messi as Brand Ambassador
Hard Rock International begins 50th anniversary celebrations by unveiling a new partnership with footballer Lionel Messi, who will serve as brand ambassador for the next five years. Messi also becomes the first athlete to partner with Hard Rock. “Over the past five decades, the Hard Rock brand has grown to become one of the world’s […]
Get Ready for New Openings in the Maldives
The Maldives has been the international success story of the world, opening new resorts even during the pandemic. There have been several exciting new openings in the Maldives lately and more to come this year. Hotelier Maldives looks at some of these exciting new developments in the archipelago that have been announced or recently opened. […]
Radisson Blu Resort Maldives Concludes First Internship Program
Radisson Blu Resort Maldives has announced Arushidh ‘Allu’ Aboobakuru as the first intern to complete the resort’s 6-month internship program. A highly motivated talent, Allu began his internship on 11 December 2020 and completed it on 11 June 2021. Originating from Noonu Atoll, Allu graduated from Maldives National University in International Hospitality Management. He then […]
Vakkaru Maldives Presents First-Ever ‘Baa Atoll Big Five’ Safari
As part of the tenth anniversary celebrations of its UNESCO Biosphere Reserve home, Vakkaru Maldives invites guests on the Baa Atoll Big Five safari, a special chance to explore the underwater wonders surrounding the luxury resort. The safari highlights five of the most beloved creatures that can be observed in Baa Atoll, ones that sea […]
InterContinental Maldives Wins “Best Hotel Architecture Maldives” at the Asia Pacific Property Awards
Intercontinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort has been recognized as the 5-star winner for “Best Hotel Architecture Maldives” at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2021. This is the second architectural achievement for the resort, which won the Bronze Award for “Best Hotel & Tourism Development 2020” at the MIPIM Asia Awards in December 2020. The Asia Pacific […]
